​As a Result of Moving More Decision Making from the Periphery

question 28

Multiple Choice

​As a result of moving more decision making from the periphery of the organization toward the center,typically

• A)​the flow of relevant information to the decision maker should be enhanced
• B)the flow of relevant information from the decision maker should be enhanced
• C)the incentive structure for the decision maker should be strengthened
• D)​the incentive structure for the decision maker can be eliminated

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Definitions:

Output Controls

Mechanisms put in place to measure the results of operations or performance to ensure that goals and objectives are met.

Managing by Exception

A management strategy where leaders only intervene in operations when performance metrics fall outside of pre-set acceptable ranges.

Organization Charts

Visual diagrams that depict the internal structure of an organization, including the relationships and relative ranks of its parts and positions.

Chain of Command

A system that establishes authority and accountability in an organization by assigning each member a specific rank and a clear line of superiors and subordinates.